Chaplain's Tid Bit

Timeless Faith

In our postmodern world, we often hear the statement that what works for you may not work for me. So Peter had a faith in Christ that was timeless. His faith was valuable, revealing, and full of love. But how does that mean, what worked for Peter will work for me? Almost as if Peter anticipated your question, he writes about the face of others.

The prophets of the Old Testament found their faith in Jesus to hold. (1 Peter 10) God spoke to the prophets and told them that the Messiah was coming. He gave them hope that the one who could deliver them was on the way. The message of the prophets can be summarized as, " hang on. God is working and the Messiah is coming. Get ready, your deliverer is coming." Doesn't that sound like a message for people at the end of their rope, for people who don't know where to turn? It is a message of Hope and encouragement. It is a promise. How many people do you know need to be encouraged not to give up. How many people reading this need to be told that there is help on its way. Maybe you need to hear that Jesus's promises are for you. That is the message of the Old Testament prophets. Peter points out that the true faith is not only tied to the prophets, but also the Fulfillment of the prophecies. There is a faith in the suffering and crucifixion of Jesus.

A few weeks ago, while I was studying the word and spending time with Jesus I was reading something that was kind of astounding. It said Christianity is the only religion which cannot reinvent itself. All other religions are based upon a philosophical basis. Other religions have been created out of a human mind. And went on to state that if all religions were white from the face of the earth, someone could come along, have the same thoughts and ideas and recreate any of the religions.

But not so with Christianity. Our faith has built upon the Prophecies of the Old Testament, prophecies which said a messiah is coming. Our faith is built upon Jesus. We believe that He is the messiah, the embodiment of the Old Testament prophecies. We believe that He died on a cross for our sins and that He rose again. We believe that He is coming back.

If all of Christianity were to be destroyed, how would we recreate it in our minds? We could not. Our faith is not built upon philosophy, intellect, or creative speculations. Our faith is built upon the historical fact that Jesus, God's only son, died on a Roman cross, in Jerusalem, on a Hill Called Golgotha, in 30 AD. Our faith cannot be recreated but thank God it is a faith which has stood the test of time, proven itself faithful when tested, and it's the only true Faith which holds in the storms of life.

All of us have faith, but will your anchor of Faith hold in the storms of life? Is your anchor of Faith a true anchor? Is your faith built upon the truth of scripture. Is your faith tested? Do you know how valuable, revealing and full of love, a faith in Christ is? Is your faith timeless, or will the newest fad or the latest philosophy cause you to tie to a new anchor? Only a faith in Christ Jesus is true, tested, and timeless.

It is not a question of if you have faith. It is not a question of if the storms of life will come. It is the question; will your anchor of faith hold to the storms? The time to anchor your Hope and Faith to Jesus is now? Before the storms show up.

Unbelievably we've got all the way through July, summer is half over. It's going by so incredibly fast. We have enjoyed many fun times riding, and I hope you all are as well. Keep the rubber side to the road and The Sunny Side Up. We live in one of the most beautiful States to enjoy motorcycle riding.

Kickback camp out is only a week away, one of my utmost favorite events of the year! Hope to see you all there.

Blessings to each and every one of you and know how much I love you and pray over you always. If you have not made Jesus the Lord of your life, do it now there's no time to waste. Just say those five fabulous words " JESUS PLEASE SAVE ME NOW "

Erin Galster

eringalster@gmail.com

360-286-9143

Motorcycle Riders Foundation
MAC To Meet In July

The U.S. House of Representatives has adjourned for its traditional August district work period, and the Senate is expected to follow shortly. When lawmakers return to Washington after Labor Day, they will face an ambitious agenda and a pair of critical September 30 deadlines. Congress must complete work on a new surface transportation authorization (Highway Bill) before the current law expires, while also passing government funding legislation to keep federal agencies operating and avoid a shutdown. Fall promises to be fast-paced, and decisions made during those final weeks could have lasting consequences for motorcyclists.

For the Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF), the congressional recess provides a valuable opportunity to advance our priorities. With members of Congress back in their home states and districts, Capitol Hill staff often have more time to meet, discuss policy, and prepare for the legislative battles ahead. The MRF Government Relations Team will use these weeks to continue building support for issues important to America's street riders, ensuring lawmakers and their staff understand the motorcycling community's concerns before Congress reconvenes.

Members of Congress spend August meeting with constituents, attending local events, and visiting businesses throughout their districts. If you have the chance to attend a town hall, community event, or simply stop by a district office, take it. Tell your elected officials.

about the MRF, explain why protecting motorcyclists matters, and share the legislative priorities that affect riders in your state. Personal conversations with constituents remain one of the most effective ways to influence policymakers.

The next few weeks will help shape the outcome of a busy legislative session. While Congress may be away from Washington, the work of protecting the rights and freedoms of motorcyclists never stops and neither does the MRF.

The Motorcycle Riders Foundation (MRF) provides leadership at the federal level for states’ motorcyclists’ rights organizations as well as motorcycle clubs and individual riders. The MRF is chiefly concerned with issues at the national and international levels that impact the freedom and safety of American street motorcyclists. The MRF is committed to being a national advocate for the advancement of motorcycling and its associated lifestyle and works in conjunction with its partners to help educate elected officials and policymakers in Washington and beyond.

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20th District Legislators

Rep Peter Abbarno (R)

411 John L. O'Brien Building

PO Box 40600

Olympia, WA 98504

Peter.Abbarno@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7896

Rep Ed Orcutt (R)

408 John L. O'Brien Building

PO Box 40600

Olympia, WA 98504

Ed.Orcutt@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7990

Sen John Braun (R)

314 Legislative Building

P.O. Box 40420

Olympia, WA 98504-0420

John.Braun@leg.wa.gov

360-786-7638

Link to State Legislature Home page

leg.wa.gov

U.S. Senators Sen. Patty Murray (D) Sen. Maria Cantwell (D)

3rd Congressional District Marie Gluesenkamp-Perez (D)

Stay informed. We can make a difference. Contact your Legislator and let them know you support ABATE and motorcycle rights legislation.

Motorcycle Safety & Education

Lewis County A.B.A.T.E

Motorcycle Safety and Education Program

It is a pleasure to help new drivers to be aware of motorcycles on our roadways. I have been teaching Motorcycle Safety and Awareness in Lewis, Thurston, and Mason Counties for the past 3 years. I found it to be very rewarding and a great benefit to our community to spread the word of Motorcycle safety. In my opinion, Motorcycle safety cannot be taught enough in our high schools and driving schools and to all drivers, no matter what kind of vehicle or motorcycle they drive. I hope to keep teaching new drivers whenever and wherever I can. “REMEMBER” always look before you act. It may Save A Life of a Brother, Sister or maybe one of your own family. HEY, were out there!! This message came from a motorcycle rider near you!

Thank you,

Lewis County Chapter Motorcycle Safety

and Education Chairperson,

Loren "Low" Ackerman